Sweet Corn Cafe F1
description
Sweet corn 'Café F1' ( Zea mays ), offered by the seed company WH Perron
'Café F1' sweet corn is the first yellow corn in its class to be this early-maturing. Reaching maturity just 68 days after planting, it offers sweet and tender 20cm ears right from the start of the season. Its exceptional flavor and delicate texture make it a perfect choice for yellow corn lovers. The robust, well-formed plants produce full ears, ideal for early and flavorful harvests.
Maturity after sowing: 68 days
Number of ranks: 14 to 16
Ear length: 20 cm
Height of the ears of corn: 53 cm
Plant height: 1.75 m
Type: Yellow SESH2 (very sweet)
Formulation: Treated
Latin name: Zea mays
Companion plants: Pumpkin, squash, shelling beans, dwarf beans, parsley, climbing peas
Negative plants: Swiss chard, beetroot, ground cherry, mint, rosemary, tomato
Cultivation method:
Sow 'Café F1' sweet corn seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, when the soil has warmed up (at least 15°C). Plant the seeds 2 to 3 cm deep, spacing the plants 25 to 30 cm apart in rows 60 to 75 cm apart. Grow this corn in a sunny location with well-drained, organically rich soil. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture. Harvest the ears when they are full and the kernels are tender to the touch.
Start the season off right with 'Café F1' sweet corn, an early and delicious variety that will delight your taste buds from the very beginning of summer!
